Are you a highly organised legal assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Join one of Sydney’s leading law firms, known for its collaborative culture, excellent employee benefits, and a team that values your contribution.

We’re seeking a senior legal assistant to support a Partner in a busy commercial litigation team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll keep matters running smoothly, coordinate with clients, counsel, and courts, and ensure everything from court documents to diaries and filings is meticulously managed.

Key responsibilities include

• Managing complex diaries and inboxes, including scheduling meetings and conferences;

• Drafting court documents, correspondence, and conducting searches;

• Maintaining matter files and ensuring all documents are organised and accurate;

• Handling billing, time recording, expenses, and reporting;

• Coordinating domestic and international travel; and

• Assisting with team initiatives, including participation in firm-wide projects that promote inclusion, wellbeing, and engagement.

About you

• At least three years’ experience supporting a commercial or litigation practice;

• Highly organised, proactive, and confident managing competing priorities;

• Comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion;

• Tech-savvy, with experience in document management, and billing systems; and

• Enjoys working as part of a collaborative team and contributing to the smooth running of the practice.

Why you’ll love working here

• Be part of a supportive, high-performing team tackling complex, high-profile matters;

• Flexible work arrangements and generous leave entitlements;

• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful initiatives around diversity, wellbeing, and professional development; and

• A collaborative environment where your skills, input, and ideas are valued.

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion please call Kathryn Allen at u&u on 0473 171 887 quoting reference number 44687.

At u&u Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.

Should you require reasonable adjustments or have a preferred method of communication throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request via adjustments@uandu.com or phone the above-mentioned u&u consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.

Additionally, for a barrier-free and inclusive online experience, you can access u&u’s opportunities using accessibility software Recite Me at https://www.uandu.com/jobs.

Please submit your resume in Word format only.